Featured Events in Spain in July 2025 (March Updated)

Kendrick Lamar and SZA are set to light up Barcelona with an unforgettable performance at the iconic Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on July 30, 2025, at 21:00. This highly anticipated event promises to be a night of electrifying music and unparalleled artistry, featuring two of the most influential voices in contemporary hip-hop and R&B. Kendrick Lamar, known for his profound lyricism and dynamic stage presence, will be joined by the soulful and captivating SZA, creating a musical experience that is sure to resonate with fans. Tickets for this monumental event are priced at 65 EUR, offering an incredible opportunity to witness these powerhouse performers in one of Barcelona's most historic venues. The Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, with its rich history and stunning architecture, provides the perfect backdrop for an evening of extraordinary music. Don't miss the chance to be part of this landmark event in the heart of Barcelona.

Imagine Dragons Barcelona is set to be an unforgettable night of music and energy, taking place at the iconic Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys in Barcelona on July 1, 2025, at 21:30. This highly anticipated event promises to captivate audiences with the band's electrifying performances and chart-topping hits. Located in the heart of Barcelona, the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys offers a perfect backdrop for this spectacular concert, combining historical significance with modern amenities. Tickets are priced at 65 EUR, providing excellent value for an evening of world-class entertainment. Fans of Imagine Dragons will not want to miss this opportunity to experience their favorite songs live in one of Europe's most vibrant cities.

A Life in a Few Lines marks the first major European retrospective of the Lebanese-born artist Huguette Caland (Beirut, 1931–2019), whose life and work spanned decades, continents and media, challenging the aesthetic and social conventions of her time. Featuring approximately 300 drawings, paintings, sculptures and work in other media, as well as documentary ephemera, the exhibition weaves a new narrative around Caland’s practice, questioning perceptions of her cosmopolitan rootlessness to show an artist deeply connected to community, communication and the idea of home. It also reveals her defiance of social and sexual norms in work that explores notions of gender, the body, belonging, love, aging and personhood, all of which is set against the broader geopolitical currents of a decolonising and neoliberalising world.

A Life in a Few Lines marks the first major European retrospective of the Lebanese-born artist Huguette Caland (Beirut, 1931–2019), whose life and work spanned decades, continents and media, challenging the aesthetic and social conventions of her time. Featuring approximately 300 drawings, paintings, sculptures and work in other media, as well as documentary ephemera, the exhibition weaves a new narrative around Caland’s practice, questioning perceptions of her cosmopolitan rootlessness to show an artist deeply connected to community, communication and the idea of home. It also reveals her defiance of social and sexual norms in work that explores notions of gender, the body, belonging, love, aging and personhood, all of which is set against the broader geopolitical currents of a decolonising and neoliberalising world.

Iron Maiden, Avatar Madrid is set to electrify the Wanda Metropolitano in Madrid on July 5, 2025, at 21:30. This highly anticipated event promises an unforgettable night of legendary rock music, featuring the iconic Iron Maiden. Known for their powerful performances and timeless hits, Iron Maiden will undoubtedly captivate the audience with their unparalleled energy and stage presence. The venue, Wanda Metropolitano, renowned for hosting major events, provides the perfect backdrop for this monumental concert. With ticket prices set at 332 USD, fans are encouraged to secure their spots early for what promises to be a historic evening. This event is a must-see for rock enthusiasts and music lovers alike, offering a unique opportunity to witness one of the greatest bands of all time in the vibrant city of Madrid.

AC/DC and The Pretty Reckless are set to electrify the stage at EstadioRiyadhAirMetropolitano in Madrid on July 12, 2025, at 21:30. This highly anticipated event promises an unforgettable night of rock music, featuring the legendary AC/DC, known for their high-voltage performances and iconic hits, alongside the dynamic and powerful presence of The Pretty Reckless. With ticket prices set at 100 EUR or 501 USD, fans will experience an evening of unparalleled energy and musical prowess. EstadioRiyadhAirMetropolitano, located in the heart of Madrid, offers a premier venue for this monumental concert, ensuring excellent acoustics and a vibrant atmosphere. This event is a must-see for rock enthusiasts and promises to be a highlight in Madrid's 2025 concert calendar.

A group exhibition that aims to reverse the dramaturgy of the museum by putting the artwork at the centre so we can address its will, its energy and its poetic intention. What would happen if we separated the artwork from the museographic context that surrounds it? Would it be possible to think of museography as a kind of aphasia, a loss of language? Would it be possible to break up the dramaturgy of the museum that guides us in how to move through its spaces, how to register the artistic experiences they offer us, and how to apprehend the sensations that emanate from them? If we assumed that this shift were possible, what other meanings might arise, allowing us to interpret the work in a different way, and also to reinvent the museum as an institution? If that were within the realm of possibility, could we respond directly to the will of the work, to its energy and desire, to its ‘poetic intention’? Martinican poet and philosopher Édouard Glissant states that the poem must never deny the “way of the world”: can the museum put the work of art and the ways in which it reflects the world at the centre of everything?

A group exhibition that aims to reverse the dramaturgy of the museum by putting the artwork at the centre so we can address its will, its energy and its poetic intention. What would happen if we separated the artwork from the museographic context that surrounds it? Would it be possible to think of museography as a kind of aphasia, a loss of language? Would it be possible to break up the dramaturgy of the museum that guides us in how to move through its spaces, how to register the artistic experiences they offer us, and how to apprehend the sensations that emanate from them? If we assumed that this shift were possible, what other meanings might arise, allowing us to interpret the work in a different way, and also to reinvent the museum as an institution? If that were within the realm of possibility, could we respond directly to the will of the work, to its energy and desire, to its ‘poetic intention’? Martinican poet and philosopher Édouard Glissant states that the poem must never deny the “way of the world”: can the museum put the work of art and the ways in which it reflects the world at the centre of everything?

The exhibition Néstor Reencountered puts forward a retrospective re-reading of the figure of Néstor Martín-Fernández de la Torre (Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 1887–1938), an artist from the Canary Islands who cultivated myriad disciplines. From painting and murals to theatre sets and wardrobes for eminent figures such as Manuel de Falla and Antonia Mercé y Luque, La Argentina, the show retrieves over a hundred pieces which are relatively unknown outside the island.

Francesc Galí i Fabra (Barcelona, 1880-1965), the author of the paintings of the dome that crowned the Palau Nacional, was one of the most important figures of Catalan art in the first half of the 20th century. Together with Pompeu Fabra, he refurbishd the Catalan artistic pedagogy during the Noucentisme period, becoming the master of a generation of artists from his School of Art, where he formed Joan Miró or Llorens Artigas, and the Escola Superior de Bells de la Mancomunitat de Catalunya. Galí also developed a fruitful artistic career as a painter, cartoonist, muralist, posterist and illustrator. His work goes through all Catalan modernism: Modernism, symbolism, Noucentisme and the avant-garde. Despite his merits, Galí chose to play an invisible role: to be an artist, to work in the shadow of his disciples and to take care of his legacy. This exhibition aims to make visible what was hidden. I want to see the footprint of the person who didn’t want to leave a trace. At the same time, the exhibition explores a chapter of the origins of the museum, in the context of the great expansion project that has the centenary of the International Exhibition of 1929.

Francesc Galí i Fabra (Barcelona, 1880-1965), the author of the paintings of the dome that crowned the Palau Nacional, was one of the most important figures of Catalan art in the first half of the 20th century. Together with Pompeu Fabra, he refurbishd the Catalan artistic pedagogy during the Noucentisme period, becoming the master of a generation of artists from his School of Art, where he formed Joan Miró or Llorens Artigas, and the Escola Superior de Bells de la Mancomunitat de Catalunya. Galí also developed a fruitful artistic career as a painter, cartoonist, muralist, posterist and illustrator. His work goes through all Catalan modernism: Modernism, symbolism, Noucentisme and the avant-garde. Despite his merits, Galí chose to play an invisible role: to be an artist, to work in the shadow of his disciples and to take care of his legacy. This exhibition aims to make visible what was hidden. I want to see the footprint of the person who didn’t want to leave a trace. At the same time, the exhibition explores a chapter of the origins of the museum, in the context of the great expansion project that has the centenary of the International Exhibition of 1929.

Scorpions Marbella, an electrifying event set to take place on July 21, 2025, at the renowned StarliteMarbella in Marbella, Spain, promises an unforgettable night of rock music. With tickets priced at 69 USD, this highly anticipated concert will feature the legendary Scorpions, known for their iconic hits and dynamic performances. The venue, StarliteMarbella, offers an exceptional atmosphere, combining luxury and state-of-the-art acoustics, ensuring an unparalleled experience for all attendees. As one of the most significant events in Marbella's summer calendar, Scorpions Marbella is expected to draw rock enthusiasts from around the globe, eager to witness the band's timeless classics and new releases live on stage. Don't miss this chance to be part of a historic night filled with powerful music and vibrant energy in the heart of Marbella.

The Palacio de Cristal has traditionally been a space where artists are commissioned to work on a new piece conceived specifically for its unique architecture. Although the restoration and repair work currently being carried out on its structure means visitors cannot access its interior, the programme held within to support the public display of current art continues all the same. In fact, it is the radical imagination of artists that will enable the Museo Reina Sofía to continue to endow this emblematic space with cultural content. The first such artist to take part in this series is Miguel Ángel Tornero (Baeza, 1978), who contributes with a work devised for the canvases which will cover the building during its first year of restoration work.

The Palacio de Cristal has traditionally been a space where artists are commissioned to work on a new piece conceived specifically for its unique architecture. Although the restoration and repair work currently being carried out on its structure means visitors cannot access its interior, the programme held within to support the public display of current art continues all the same. In fact, it is the radical imagination of artists that will enable the Museo Reina Sofía to continue to endow this emblematic space with cultural content. The first such artist to take part in this series is Miguel Ángel Tornero (Baeza, 1978), who contributes with a work devised for the canvases which will cover the building during its first year of restoration work.

The exhibition Pleas of Resistance traverses more than twenty-five years of practice by the artist Carlos Motta, who consistently engages with the body and sexual dissidence as a terrain of experimentation and political contestation. His early explorations of photographic self-portraiture are shown alongside his most recent performances and video installations. The exhibition explores the magnitude of Motta’s artistic research and its implacable rigor in relation to the archive, interrogating its violence, its silencing and its desires. Motta’s work challenges the imposition of Eurocentric epistemologies – from the time of the conquest and colonial period in the Americas to the present day – and considers the legacy of religion as a perpetrator and disturbing vehicle of coloniality.

Hello Everyone is configured as a large-scale installation which gathers the works made by Laia Estruch (Barcelona, 1981) from 2011 to the present. These works incorporate formal variations and make up a type of fragmentary and reverberating archive which includes sculptures, sounds, moving images, graphic work and visual scores. As a whole, it can be considered at once a retrospective exhibition and a navigable warehouse.

Hello Everyone is configured as a large-scale installation which gathers the works made by Laia Estruch (Barcelona, 1981) from 2011 to the present. These works incorporate formal variations and make up a type of fragmentary and reverberating archive which includes sculptures, sounds, moving images, graphic work and visual scores. As a whole, it can be considered at once a retrospective exhibition and a navigable warehouse.

This anthological exhibition on Marisa González (Bilbao, 1943) surveys the artist’s career after she was awarded the Velázquez Prize in 2023. A series of works from the 1970s, made in the Department of Generative Systems from the School of the Art Institute de Chicago, foretells of the artist’s early and sustained interest in communication and image reproduction technology, a concern what would situate González at the forefront of such experimentation in Spain. Some years later, she would in fact participate in Procesos (Processes), a 1986 exhibition that opened the Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and explored the intersections between culture and new technology. Moreover, the subject matter explored in some of her earlier works (images related to violence against women, revisions of maternity, etc.) have granted the artist a position in recent research on feminist genealogies in Spanish art.